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From Chaos to Clean: One Couple's Journey to a Potty-Trained Home
I often receive calls from potential clients who are having trouble potty training their puppies. But in March of this year, I was...
The Well-Trained Dog
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How To Potty Train Your Puppy
Getting a new puppy is exciting! They’re cute, cuddly, and full of energy. But there’s one thing every puppy owner needs to do right...
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Five Must-Have Puppy Items
Bringing a new puppy into your home is one of the most exciting and rewarding experiences, but it can also feel a bit overwhelming....
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Pet Adoption Tips For Seniors
Adopting a pet can be a wonderful and fulfilling experience for seniors. Pets provide companionship, encourage a more active lifestyle,...
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Tips For Adopting A Dog
The holidays are a great time to add to your family-whether it’s a puppy or an older dog. Sometimes breeders have litters due just in...
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Navigating The "Puppy Blues"
Some people experience the "puppy blues" after getting their new puppy.
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How to Break Up a Dog Fight
In previous blog posts (see below) we’ve talked about why it’s important to keep all dogs on leash in public and what to do if you are...
The Well-Trained Dog
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Six Reasons to Keep Your Dog On Leash In Public
If you have ever been attacked by an off leash dog, this scenario may seem all too familiar. One of my dog training clients and I were...
The Well-Trained Dog
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Training Classes, Private Lessons or Board and Train-Which is Best For Your Dog?
Congratulations! You just adopted a puppy or older dog and want to train them to be the best companion they can be. There are so many...
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Pet Friendly Apartments in Daleville, Virginia
Ten or 15 years ago, Daleville was a sleepy little town 20 minutes north of Roanoke on Route 220. But over time, Daleville has grown to...
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Why I Use Positive Methods to Train Dogs
When I chat with a potential dog training client, I explain that I am what’s called a “positive trainer”-that I use treats or toys or...
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How to Stop Your Dog From Jumping on People
Having your dog jump on guests can be embarrassing but there are things you can do to stop the problem behavior.
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Tips on Hiring a Professional Dog Trainer
You’ve just adopted a dog or perhaps you’re thinking about adopting but want some professional help with training. Maybe you want to...
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Things to Consider Before Adopting a Dog
Several months ago, someone in one of the online Facebook groups that I’m part of asked what we pet professionals thought a potential...
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Trust Your Dog
“Trust Your Dog”. Three simple words. They were on a t-shirt worn by a woman at a barn hunt trial in Harrisonburg over the Memorial Day...
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Easter Fun for You and Your Dog
The Easter season signals the start of spring with the days becoming warmer, daylight staying around longer and beautiful flowers...
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Why It's Important to Socialize Your Dog
A few weeks ago I posted a question in a Roanoke Valley pet page. . .”What do you wish you would have known before you got your puppy?” A...
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Product Review-The Freedom No-Pull Harness
I’ve tried a number of harnesses over the years but my favorite go-to harness has become The Freedom No-Pull Harness. Problems with other...
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Salem Dog Takes Center Stage in the Annual Puppy Bowl
On February 7th, many people will be glued to their television sets, rooting for their favorite team in the annual Super Bowl. But many...
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One Pet Owner's Journey With Canine Diabetes
Shelby is a happy go-lucky kind of dog. The 10 to 11-year-old Terrier mix (with a wannabe Labradoodle nose) lives with his owner, Anita...
The Well-Trained Dog
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